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About the sector

The community managed mental health sector is a key provider of mental health services and supports to people in the community.

Annual Reports

Find detailed information on the work we do to support the community managed mental health sector.

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Mental Health Rights Manual

An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems in New South Wales.

Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Feeling safe and empowered to speak up in the workplace is even more important for mental health settings.

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Training

Mental Health Peer Navigation

New accredited training for peer workers to support consumers with navigating the mental health system for their recovery journey.

Customised training

Membership

Our members

Our members are community managed mental health organisations, large and small, local and NSW-wide service providers.

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Join a strong network of community-based mental health organisations delivering better outcomes for people in New South Wales.

Resources & Tools

National Safety and Quality Mental Health Standards for Community Managed Organisations

A best practice guidance for community managed service providers, and safety and quality assurance for people who access services and supports.

Advocates & Allies: sector development series

Helping mental health workers better understand the complexities of the mental health system in NSW.

Recovery Oriented Language Resources

A comprehensive guide to using the right language in mental health support and recovery. Because words matter.

Trauma-Informed Language Tips

Simple language suggestions for supporting people with lived experience of mental health conditions.

Mental Health Awareness Videos for NSW Community Housing Providers

Mental Health Awareness training developed for NSW Community Housing Providers with application for anyone working with people who have lived experience of mental health conditions.

The Voice to Parliament Resources Hub for mental health workers

An easy-to-access resource page for mental health workers covering information and perspectives on the Voice to Parliament referendum.

Co-Design Kickstarter

A short guide produced by CMHDARN to help get started and become more familiar with co-design research.

Acknowledgement Matters

This resource aims to provide guidance on payment and remuneration of people with lived experience who participate in co-design, policy, and service delivery reform.

LGBTQ+ Inclusive and Affirming Practice Guidelines

For alcohol, substance use and mental health services, supports and treatment providers.

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Member Briefings

Psychological safety in mental health organisations

Information hub: Reviews underway 2024